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Welcome to the October 2014 issue of The Witham Staple.
Gather. As predicted the swallows gathered and migrated, younger family
members gathered with friends old and new at school, college or university, the
harvest is safely gathered in, autumn is gathering pace, leaves will start to gather
on the ground, the dark nights are closing in and earlier each night we draw and
gather the curtains to shut it out. Yes it’s got to that time again another new month
and time to sit down gather our thoughts and read the latest issue to find out what
gatherings are taking place and where you can go to meet up and gather with
friends and neighbours. November is next, but just before you remember,
remember the 5th November! Remember to turn your clocks back an hour as
British summer time ends on Sunday 26th October and for that brief moment that
only comes around every 365 days, you get that satisfactory feeling of an extra
hour in your day to do with what you may. Till we will gather here next month…
We love to receive articles from all corners of the community
ITEMS TO THE EDITOR NO LATER THAN 15th OCTOBER PLEASE
The earlier the better for inclusion in the November 2014 Issue.
Editor:- Paul Hubbard.
Thornlee, 1 Wheatley Lane, Carlton-le-Moorland, Lincoln. LN5 9JA.
Tel. 789673 or e-mail paul@withamstaple.com
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Chairman: Stan Underwood (Tel: 788461)
Distribution: Sheila Wood (Tel: 788865)
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This month’s front cover is “African Violet” by Bunny Allport.
Last months unknown front cover was a drawing of the first cottage on Rinks Lane
as you approach Bassingham by Brian Beeden
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AUBOURN & HADDINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
Urgent....
A vacancy has become available on the Aubourn and Haddington Parish Council.
If you would like to know more information or to apply for the position
please phone the Parish Clerk on the number below.
The next Parish Council meeting will take place on
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Wednesday 1 October at 7.30pm
In the Community Heritage Room, Aubourn Clock Tower (LN5 9EA)
All parishioners are very welcome to attend.
Aubourn and Haddington Parish Council joined Lincolnshire Heritage Weekend
opening the Clock Tower with a special World War One Exhibition. The Parish
Councillors wish to extend a sincere thank you to John Woodman who created the
exhibition and are appreciative of the time and effort involved.
We are still looking for a volunteer to organise the collection for the British Legion
Poppy Appeal - we seem to be the only village that doesn’t collect!
Residents are reminded to observe the one way system around Aubourn – it is
still being abused the latest accident in July.
Please clean up after your dog especially in the Jitty.
Allison Hatfield Parish Clerk 789173 - email aubournhaddingtonpc@outlook.com
BASSINGHAM PARISH COUNCIL
The next Parish Council meeting will be held on
Thursday 9th October at 7.30pm
The Hammond Hall Sub-Committee. Meets every Tuesday morning at 10am
South Moor Allotments Sub-Committee. The next meeting will be on
Thursday 30th October at 6pm
Press and public are welcome to attend,
there will be a public session at the beginning of each meeting
After each meeting the minutes will be posted on the Parish web-site
(hhtp://parishes.lincolnshire/Bassingham) and on the Parish notice boards.
All meetings are held in the Hammond Hall (LN5 9HQ)
The Allotments at South Moor. Now available for rent at a cost of £55 per
annum to include water all enquiries to the Parish Clerk.
Street Lights & Pot Holes. Any problems or defects should be reported to the
Parish Clerk at the Hammond Hall
Roger Hales Parish Clerk Tel: 789758. E-mail basspc@btconnect.com
POPPY APPEAL
Volunteer required to help with the Poppy Appeal
in the villages of Aubourn and Haddington.
If you can offer your services please contact Allison, the Parish Clerk on 789173
Thank you.
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CARLTON LE MOORLAND PARISH COUNCIL
The next Parish Council meeting will take place in the Village Hall (LN5 9HP) on
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Wednesday 8 October at 7.30pm
Public time takes place at the start of the meeting. All are very welcome.
Carlton le Moorland Village Hall. The Village Hall is always available for hire to
residents and non-residents for parties and other events. Non-resident prices start
at £9 per hour for children’s events and £10 for general bookings. If you would like
any further information regarding booking and availability please contact Mrs.
Margaret Hutchinson on 788489.
Hedges. We would like to remind residents that they are responsible for all their
boundary hedges and plants which overhang roadside paths and footways
between and behind houses and gardens. Please ensure that any overhanging
hedges are cut back regularly so that pedestrian access is maintained at all times.
Remember that you should remove all trimmings on pathways and
highways verges.
Carlton le Moorland Website. Log onto the village website for the latest parish
council information, newsletters and other events...............
www.carltonlemoorland.org.uk
Post Office. The Outreach Post Office in the Village Hall is open
~ Wednesdays – 2pm to 4pm and Fridays – 1pm to 4pm ~
offering a full range of Post Office services including foreign currency and motor
vehicle road tax. Please support this local facility.
Playing Field. With more people using the new facilities at the playing field, there
have been a few incidents of damage to the equipment – some which have been
reported to the police. If you notice anyone acting suspiciously or anything being
tampered with, please contact the parish clerk or P.C.S.O.’s (details listed in this
magazine).
Debbie Parker Parish Clerk 789630. Email: carltonlemoorlandpc@gmail.com
WITHAM ST HUGHS PARISH COUNCIL
The next Parish Council meeting in the Village Hall (LN6 9TN) is on
Wednesday 15th October at 7pm
The meeting’s always start with an open session until 7.15pm,
at which residents are welcome to contribute.
Mrs S Lane Parish Clerk 869643. email: withamsthughspc@hotmail.co.uk
Please leave a message if no reply and the Parish Clerk will get back to you.
Postal address: ℅ 28 Gibson Green, Witham St Hughs, Lincoln LN6 9GB
Village Hall Lettings: Contact as above please
BASSINGHAM WEIGHT WATCHERS CLASS
Mondays at 6.30pm
In the Hammond Hall, Bassingham (LN5 9HQ)
Contact Gill Underwood Leader (100207) 07864 911 386
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THANK YOU
Sue Black would like to thank all members of the St Michaels 200 club for their
continuing support in 2014. Prompt payment of yearly subscriptions has allowed a
donation of £1000 to be made towards the repair and upkeep of St Michael and all
Angels Church Bassingham. Thanks also to those who collected on my behalf.
Kathleen Law. Kath's family would like to thank all those who sent cards and
messages following her sudden death. A large number of friends attended the
crematorium and a total of £222 was sent to Cancer Research UK. Thank you all.
The Friends of Hammond Hall. Thank you to the WI for providing a new fridge
for the Hammond Tower Meeting Room and also to The Bassingham Village
Association for their financial contribution towards new crockery.
Bassingham Prom. The Bassingham Prom Committee would like to thank
everyone that helped and attended our first Prom night. An enjoyable night was
had by all. We would like to thank our live band Ripkord and Magic music disco for
the entertainment and Bassingham village for their support of our event. We hope
to see you and your friends all again next year.
Bassingham Brownies would like to say thank you to those who supported and
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attended their coffee morning at Bassingham Church on 2 August. We raised
over £174 to benefit Bassingham Church and Brownies and we celebrated 100
years of Brownies.
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF 120 HOUSES
ON THURLBY ROAD BASSINGHAM
Some of you will be aware of a proposed development of 120 mixed use
properties on Thurlby Road Bassingham by Gladman Limited. Gladman will not
build any houses, they have been appointed by the landowner to gain planning
permission on what is currently an agricultural field outside of the village curtilage.
The land could then be sold to a developer. There is strong feeling in Bassingham
about this and the potential for any future developments that this may lead to
which may have an adverse effect on Bassingham and the surrounding villages.
If Bassingham continues to grow what affect will it have on our community and its
facilities?
How will this affect YOUR village?
There was an open meeting on 22nd September at The Hammond Hall in
Bassingham to discuss this proposal. Please keep an eye on the Witham Staple
website for updates. If you would like to have your say or find out more about this
development please email bassinghamvillage@hotmail.com
THE HAMMOND HALL PRESENTS
COFFEE MORNINGS
every Monday from 9am to midday
in the Main Hall (LN5 9HQ)
Enjoy a cuppa with friends old and new and catch up with what’s going on
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DELIVERY HELP WANTED
Two deliverers are needed please as soon as possible to deliver the Witham
Staple Magazine to Nettleham Drive and Leverett Chase Witham St Hughs. The
Witham Staple is looking for enthusiastic dedicated people to join the delivery
team in Witham St Hughs and cover these two areas please.
For more details or to join the delivery team please contact Elaine on 869062
RACE NO. ‘28490’ I DID IT!
A very big thank you to everyone who generously support,
sponsored and sent me good wishes. I have done it. The
Great North Run is now on my list of achievements. What
an experience, what a great day. From arriving at the start
line early Sunday morning and being amongst elite athlete,
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fellow competitors and fundraisers in this the 33 Great
North Run, where someone amongst us was going to be
the 1 millionth finisher in the events 33 year history gave
you just that little bit more of a tingle. Then there’s the
crowds cheering you all the way along the 13.1 miles and
finally running up the Coast Road in South Shields and
crossing the finish line. It took me 1 hour 37 minutes and 12 seconds. Out of the
field of over 57,000 competing in the events 33rd year I came in 1963rd over all.
Statistically I was the 134th female to finish, the 947th under 34 year old, 76th under
34 year old female and 1st Hubbard of which there were 10… Away from all the
statistics I just have a great sense of pride in my achievement and at the same
time have helped with your support to raise some money for Diabetes UK. Thank
you again to you all and yes believe it or not I may do it again. Cloe Hubbard xx
CARLTON LE MOORLAND MINI LIBRARY
The Mini-Library will be held in the Village Hall (LN5 9HP) on
Saturday 11th October 10am to 12noon
This coincides with the Coffee Morning
All residents are entitled to borrow books but when you have read them
please return them! More information from Andy Sceeny 788303
BASSINGHAM VILLAGE AND PLAYING FIELD CHARITY
The AGM of the Bassingham Village and Playing Field Charity will be held on
Monday 6th October at 7.30pm
in the Meeting Room of the Hammond Hall (LN5 9HQ)
This is an open meeting and everyone is welcome. The charity benefits from
Bassingham Open Gardens, Bassingham Annual Show and the Bassingham
Community Bonfire and Fireworks. It made a large contribution to funding the
Hammond Hall and gave financial support to the building of the Hammond Tower.
Current plans include expanding and improving the play facilities on the playing
field - for all ages. Come to the meeting and have a say in our future.
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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CLEMATIS
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Monday 20 October at 7.30pm
Hammond Tower meeting room. (LN5 9HQ)
Varieties, planting, pruning, where to plant. An informative talk by Chris Cox of
Taylor's Clematis Nursery in Doncaster, multiple RHS Gold medallists
All welcome. Entrance £5
ST MARY’S CHURCH CARLTON LE MOORLAND
“All is safely gathered in” : Come and join us for our
HARVEST SUPPER
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Friday 10 October at 7.30pm
in Carlton le Moorland Village Hall (LN5 9HP)
Tickets: £7.50 (includes glass of wine)
from Mary Casburn 788335 or Cynthia Underwood 788461
COME DANCING
We do not have any dancing on in October, due to holidays.
Our next one will be on
Monday 3rd November 2pm to 4pm.
We have now got a dance teacher who will be willing to come along and give us
lessons, so do hope you will all come and enjoy yourselves. Tickets £3 including
tea and biscuits. There will also be a raffle. So please come and join us at
Hammond Hall, we look forward to seeing you.
Anyone interested can ring me on 789520.
1st OCTOBER. LINCOLNSHIRE DAY.
Don’t forget to fly the Lincolnshire Flag on this day. This date was chosen as in
1536 the Lincolnshire Rising began in Horncastle called the Pilgrimage of Grace.
This was protesting against the Government’s abolition of Papal Supremacy and
the sacking of churches, monasteries etc. Henry VIII wanted to marry Ann Boleyn
and so made himself head of the church and it is reputed to be when he referred
to our County as “That brute and beastly shire”.
CARLTON LE MOORLAND VILLAGE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Coffee Morning Plus
Saturday 11th October 10am to 12 noon
in the Village Hall (LN5 9HP)
The second Saturday of the month - this month only!
Tea, coffee, cakes, bacon butties
Cakes and other stalls, raffle, mini-library
If you want a stall or more information contact Julie 788576 or 07714 290 421
This is a fundraising event for improvements to the village hall and playground equipment
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BRITISH LEGION POPPY APPEAL
Would you like to help us in Bassingham with the annual Poppy Appeal? We have
a great team of helpers who cover most of the streets in the village during the two
weeks prior to 11th November, but extra help would really be appreciated.
If you want to help, could you please give me a ring.
Mike Bell Poppy Appeal Organiser on 789113
BAR NIGHTS
Come and join us on Bar Nights every Friday from 7.30pm!
at Witham St Hughs Village Hall
Bar Night Events:
Friday 3rd October. Bingo, Pie and Peas
Friday 7th November. Quiz Night
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Friday 5 December. Bingo and mince pies!
Contact details: withamsthughsvh@live.co.uk
BASSINGHAM LUNCH CLUB
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Tuesday 14 October at 12noon
in the Hammond Hall (LN5 9HQ)
Please note there will be no lunch on Tuesday 28th October
Cost £5. All welcome
For more details or to book please contact Tom on 789935 or Lynn on 789031
BONFIRE NIGHT
Fun For All The Family!!!
Witham St Hughs Village Hall and field
Saturday 8th November
Gates open from 6.30pm Bonfire lit at 7pm
Fireworks due to start at 7.30pm
Best dressed guy competition! Bar and BBQ available!
Timings subject to change
Sparklers and alcohol prohibited from being brought onto the site
Tickets £3 advance and £5 on the night. Tickets available from
Witham St Hughs Village Hall Bar Nights, every Friday from 7.30pm
For more details contact withamsthughsvh@live.co.uk
NEW YEARS EVE PARTY!
Witham St Hughs Village Hall and marquee
Come and celebrate the end of 2014 and the start of 2015 with us!!
Live music, buffet and disco all included in the price
Early bird tickets £15 for adults and £5 for children between October & November
Tickets available at Bar Night every Friday at Witham St Hughs Village Hall
For more information contact withamsthughsvh@live.co.uk
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ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH BASSINGHAM
COFFEE MORNING
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Saturday 4 October 10.30am to 11.30am
The Beavers, Cubs and Scouts are your hosts today.
Refreshments include bacon butties and Scotch pancakes.
A range of Activities and Games, a Grown ups Raffle and A kids Raffle
Plus usual stalls. Come and join us for a morning of Scouting Fun
ST. PETER’S CHURCH AUBOURN WITH HADDINGTON
HARVEST THANKSGIVING
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Sunday 5 October at 10.30am
This year we are again intending to plant additional bulbs in the Churchyard at St.
Peter’s to celebrate the Harvest Festival. Would anyone who wishes to help with
donations of bulbs, please bring them along to the Church on Sunday 5th October,
or take them along to Christine Knott (churchwarden) 3 Royal Oak Lane Aubourn.
Many thanks.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING: TORGATE LANE, BASSINGHAM
UPDATE
Adverts for the Affordable Rented homes currently being built for Waterloo
Housing will appear on the Lincs Homefinder website during October:
www.lincshomefinder.co.uk .
If you would like to apply for one of the properties, you must bid (register your
interest) when the properties are advertised or you will not be considered.
Bids can be made via the website, by phone or in person at NKDC offices.
The properties will be advertised on the website and bids accepted during the
following times only:
From 00:01 on the Wednesday until 12 noon on the following Monday.
The properties will be advertised in batches over a number of weeks and
applicants can bid for up to 2 properties each week.
Further information is available on the Lincs Homefinder website at
www.lincshomefinder.co.uk or by contacting NKDC on 699699 and asking for
the Housing Needs team.
Shared Ownership properties
Further information on these is available on the Waterloo Homes website at
www.waterloohomes.org.uk or by phoning 0345 450 3995.
PHOTOGRAPHS OF BASSINGHAM IN FORMER YEARS.
The photographs and books which were available for inspection in the Heritage
room at the Chapel can now be seen at the Hammond Hall when ever the Parish
Office is open. A good opportunity is every Monday at the coffee morning 9am to
12noon. These include pictures of the school children, clubs.
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LEARN TO RUN WITH WITHAM RUNNERS
Local running club is affiliated to England Athletics
It’s time to dig out that running kit! After almost four years of successfully
introducing people to running, Witham Runners is pleased to announce that they
are now officially affiliated with England Athletics. To celebrate, the club is
launching a new 8-week Learn to Run course, commencing with an open night on
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Thursday 9 October at 6.30pm.
Witham Runners was established in October 2010 and slowly developed from a
group of friends into an affiliated running club. Through its growing number of
Coaches and Leaders in Running Fitness, the club has helped runners of all
abilities achieve their aims whatever the distance from 5km to ultra-marathons. If
you have never run before, why not try the club’s latest innovation, an 8 week
introduction to running? Targeted at those who have never run before, or are
returning to running after an extended break, this programme is designed to build
your confidence and your fitness at a sustainable pace. Our experienced leaders
and coaches will be there for you every step of the way to encourage and support
you. As an added bonus, should you decide to join the club at the end of the
course, the cost of the course will be deducted from your joining fee.
Michelle Mortimer, Chair of Witham Runners, said: “We have been running as an
informal group for almost 4 years now, but demand from our members and a
growing responsibility to our community has meant we decided to affiliate to
England Athletics, which brings us insurance, support and access to many
coaching resources, as well as many discounts and opportunities for our athletes.
We have a wealth of experience now in our running leaders and coaches and
have introduced countless people to the benefit of running in an organised group.”
To pre-register for the Learn to Run course, contact Michelle Mortimer on 07789
953 380 or michellemortimer@me.com The Learn to Run course costs £10 and
successful completers receive a club t-shirt or a discount off the club joining fee.
The club meets every Monday and Thursday at 7pm outside the Co-op in Witham
St Hughs. Mondays are dedicated to training and Thursdays are a run. To find out
more about joining Witham Runners, find them on
Facebook or Twitter @witham_runners
Witham Runners will also be marshalling at Newark Parkrun on 27th September
A photo of our club in their new kit can be viewed on the witham staple website.
Witham Runners in new club colours sponsored by
Access LN6 and in association with UKRunChat.
OKTOBERFEST
The biggest beer drinking party in the world is coming to Witham
Saturday 11th October at 7pm
In the Village Hall Marquee (LN6 9TN)
Bratwurth and chips available to buy
Disco and authentic German Oktoberfest music
£5 per ticket which includes your first pint
Limited tickets available, on sale at bar nights or message 07868 372 522
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BASSINGHAM MOSAICS & GLASS GROUP
We have now moved into the Hammond Tower and still meet on Tuesday
evenings between 7pm and 9pm. We each pay £3 per session attended, which
includes the use of all the equipment, not to mention a cup of tea or coffee! Why
not pop in to see just what we do and perhaps become a member? You'd be most
welcome.
Our thanks to Mr Howell and the school for allowing us to use their facilities when
we had nowhere else to go.
NEWS FROM NK
Pat and Sue your district Councillors updating you…..
The social housing on Torgate Lane Bassingham is progressing well. Many
people have indicated their interest and these dwellings will be allocated to local
people who are registered with the Lincs Homefinder website. We have been
asked what "bidding" entails, it is simply to express an interest in a particular
property when it is advertised, (possibly in October), for consideration. All
applications are listed and prioritised according to circumstances and local
connections. (see page 8 for further details)
Please be aware that the new Local Plan, which is being drafted, is open for
consultation between October 1st and November 11th. It contains proposals for
distribution of growth, settlement hierarchies, jobs, health, green spaces,
sustainability and renewable energy. Please make time to look at it and make your
comments.
50,000 of the resident population of NK are in employment and we employ 7
apprentices. The 3G artificial sports pitch at NK sports centre was opened by the
Chairman of the district Cllr Lance Pennell. He hosted a community football
festival raising funds for the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance.
Congratulations go to Cloe Hubbard for completing the Great North Run and
raising funds for Diabetes UK.
Congratulations also to Brant Broughton Parish Council for the innovative idea of
issuing 30mph stickers to be placed on wheelie bins on their Main Street to
encourage drivers to slow down. Let's hope it works!
Take part in NK's photographic competition for a calendar, see NK website for
details.
Cllr Pat Woodman MBE & Cllr Sue Howe
BASSINGHAM VILLAGE ASSOCIATION
Harvest Tea
Thursday 2nd October 2pm to 4pm
Hammond Hall, Bassingham (LN5 9HQ)
Tickets £3 - Raffle Prizes - Everyone welcome.
Ring Tom on 789935 or Barbara on 788378
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CARLTON LE MOORLAND & DISTRICT ART GROUP
ANNUAL DISTRICT ART GROUP EXHIBITION
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Saturday 4 October and Sunday 5 October each day from 11am to 4.30pm
in The Carlton le Moorland Village Hall (LN5 9HP)
As in previous years entry is only 50p and refreshments will be available.
Do come along to this friendly exhibition and see paintings and drawings
that members have produced during the year.
Later in the month there will be a demonstration, open to all, on
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Saturday 25 October at 10.15am
by the Pastel Artist Ian Risely.
This will be in Carlton le Moorland Village Hall and will last approximately two
hours with a short break for coffee. Everyone will be very welcome, the doors
open at 10am (Pay at the door Members £2 - Visitors £3).
For more information contact David Raines 810843 or see the club web site:carltonlemoorlandartgroup.blogspot.com
COMMEMORATION OF THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED
Sunday 2nd November at 4pm
St. Michael’s and All Angels Church Bassingham
Each year around the festival of 'All Souls’ we hold a service in which we
commemorate our loved ones who have died. Families in the parish for whom we
have conducted a funeral during the last two years will receive an invitation to the
service. But the event is open to everyone and we would be pleased to name
during the service any whom you would like to be remembered. The service is at
4pm on Sunday 2nd November at St. Michael and All Angels Church, Bassingham.
It will last about an hour and light refreshments will follow.
If you would like a loved one to be remembered please drop me a note through
the Rectory letter-box or by email to nick_buck@tiscali.co.uk
Canon Nick Buck, Rector.
Christmas Market
In Aid Of St Michael’s Church Bassingham
Saturday 29th November 12 noon until 2pm.
The Hammond Hall (LN5 9HQ)
Stalls, Food, Games, Tombola, Raffle, Plants etc.
Come and enjoy a Pre- Christmas event
MUSIC MONKEYS
Every Wednesday 10am to 10.45am (please note new time)
At Witham St Hughs Children’s Centre (LN6 9WF)
For 0 to 5 years - Entrance Fee £1
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HEATH U3A LINCOLN
Our next branch meeting is on
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Monday 13 October at 10am
Lincolnshire Dialect – (Historical/Amusing)
If you are 50+, retired and looking for new interests, then new members are
welcome to join this lively U3A Group, for group learning, social events and new
friendships. Monthly branch meetings take place on the second Monday of each
month, 10am to 12noon at the Methodist Church, Grantham Road, Bracebridge
Heath, Lincoln. LN4 2LD
There are twenty interest groups which are held each month on a wide range of
subjects. For more information, please contact Membership Secretary:
Alan Mayo 3 Glebe End Canwick Lincoln LN4 2FP. Tel. 528881
e-mail heathu3amembers@gmail.com
Please visit the website: http://heathu3a.org.uk/index.htm
BASSINGHAM PLAYPARK GROUP
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Monday 13 October at 7.30pm
Hammond Hall, Bassingham (LN5 9HQ)
Come along and have your say about how you want your local playground
to look and any improvements to be made.
Get involved and be a part of your local community.
Any questions or for an advance copy of the agenda please contact
Lynsey on 07709 495 157.
HALLOWEEN PARTY
Friday 31st October from 7pm
Witham St Hughs Village Hall (LN6 9TN)
Family disco and party games!
Fancy dress costumes for children welcomed!
BASSINGHAM BONFIRE & FIREWORKS
Saturday 8th November from 7pm
At the field near Middlegate and Torgate Lane Bassingham
Do come and enjoy our village bonfire and fireworks on Saturday 8th November on
a field close to the junction of Middlegate and Torgate Lane. The bonfire will be lit
at 7pm and the firework display will start at 7.30pm. Why not make a Guy Fawkes
to put on the bonfire. Refreshments will be on sale. Entrance is by donation at the
field gate – please give generously as we must cover costs for the event to
continue.
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On Saturday 1 November from 9.30am until 12.30pm there will be a team on the
field to receive suitable, burnable material for the bonfire. Please do not bring
mattresses, glass, plastic or cans.
More details in the November issue of The Witham Staple
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CARLTON LE MOORLAND LUNCH CLUB
LUNCH
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Monday 20 October at 1pm
in the Village Hall (LN5 9HP)
Provisional Menu: Sausage and Mash and Apple Crumble
£3.50
All ages very welcome
Phone Andy or Sue 788303
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by Wednesday 15 October so we know how many lunches to cook!
CHRISTMAS LUNCH
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Advance Notice. This year the 5 annual Christmas Lunch, all residents of Carlton
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who are 60+, will be on Saturday 13 December.
Put the date in your diary. More details next month.
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY
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Sunday 7 December - afternoon
We plan to hold a children’s Christmas Party, similar to the one held in 2012.
All children from Carlton aged 0 to 11 (year 6) are invited.
Please put the date in your diary. More details next month.
ACT TWO THEATRE COMPANY
Pantomime Auditions for Sinbad the Sailor
Adult Auditions will take place on
Wednesday 14th October 8pm to 9.30pm
and
Monday 20th October 8pm to 9.30pm
in the Hammond Tower, Bassingham. (LN5 9HQ)
Junior Chorus Auditions will take place on
Monday 20th October at 7pm
at the Hammond Hall (Year 6 and over)
New Members Welcome. Production dates Jan 28th to Jan 31st 2015
Contact Mags Smart on 789671 for further information
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
Saturday 22nd November 2pm to 4.30pm
Leadenham Village Hall (LN5 0QB)
Stalls to include Christmas wreaths and flowers, cards,
country and kitchen gifts, as well as a scrumptious cake stall.
Christmas refreshments will be available featuring festive coffee and mince pies.
If you would like to have a stall please contact
Sarah on 788901 or email rsmarwood@aol.com ASAP.
Proceeds & Raffle in Aid of the Eve appeal – fighting women’s cancers
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NORTON DISNEY VILLAGE HALL
BINGO
Saturday 4th October. Eyes down 7.30pm
‘It’s Autumn now and leaves are falling come to bingo (guess who’s calling?)’
BASSINGHAM & DISTRICT WI NEWS
In September we had a memorable moving meeting with Blaze,
the speaker from Extend, who had us all doing exercises on our
chairs with much hilarity and singing along to the music. We are
hoping she will run a class in Bassingham again as lots of people were interested
in joining, having enjoyed the WI session so much.
Our next meeting will be held on
Thursday 2nd October at 7:30pm
in the main Hammond Hall (LN5 9HQ).
This will be our Harvest Supper. Please could members who wish to attend make
sure they have registered their meal choices? There will also be a Bring and Buy
stall at the Harvest Supper.
Further details available from Sandra on 788213 or Vivienne on 01636 659034
BASSINGHAM CRICKET CLUB
2014 PRESENTATION NIGHT AND DINNER
Saturday 11th October 7pm for a 7.30pm start
at the Hammond Hall Bassingham (LN5 9HQ)
The format will be a 3 course dinner followed by presentation off trophies, bar will
be provided. After last year's success it would be fantastic again to make this
another great night, everyone is welcome to join us and help us celebrate our
season, price will be £25 per person, if you wish to see a copy of the menu please
don't hesitate to contact me and I will be happy to send one, cut off dates for
tickets will be Friday 26th September available from:
Paul Ingamells on 07877 532 204 or 789142 or Email: ingamells5@aol.com
BASSINGHAM RECORDED MUSIC SOCIETY
Margaret presented her first programme very well and gave us the opportunity of
listening to Paganini Caprice Op1 No24 and comparing how Rachmaninov
created a theme based on Paganini's work. For those interested in comparisons,
the afternoon provided quite a number that included Sanctus by Verdi and Karl
Jenkins, Rondo by Lalo and Prokofiev, Stabat Mater Dolroso by Pergolesi and
Scarlatti. For the second half of the programme Margaret chose two items played
by Andre Rieu and his orchestra and closed the afternoon with Bryn Terfel singing
The Sunset Poem. Our next meeting will be held on
Friday 17th October
with John and Thelma. Please note this is the 3rd Friday and not the 2nd as usual.
Please contact Bill Golder on 789289 for further information about the Society.
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WELLINGORE & DISTRICT U3A
The next meeting will be held on
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Wednesday 8 October at 10am
The speaker will be
Michael Cross who will give a talk on “Mustang: Khatmandu to the Kingdom of Lo”
in Wellingore Memorial Hall (LN5 0JA)
New members are welcome and further information about membership may be
obtained from Dave Carmichael on 811194. Information about U3A can be found
at www.u3a.org.uk
ST. PETER’S CHURCH AUBOURN WITH HADDINGTON
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Tuesday 11 November at 7pm
There will be an Act of Remembrance at St. Peter’s Church
This will include readings, music and prayer. We would also like to read out the
names of relatives, friends and loved ones, who have lost their lives in armed
conflicts since 1914.
If you have someone that you would wish to be remembered in this way, please
would you note their name and brief details, (i.e. Rank, Regiment or Ship) the year
in which they died and pass the details to Mrs Christine Knott, 3 Royal Oak Lane
Aubourn, (788336), or to Revd. Canon Nick Buck The Rectory, Torgate Lane.
We hope that you will feel able to join us for this Act of Remembrance.
BASSINGHAM PARISH COUNCIL WEB-SITE
Bassingham Parish Council now has its own web-site, you can view this at
hhtp://parishes.lincolnshire/Bassingham
If you want to advertise an upcoming event on the events calendar please e-mail
the information to events@lincolnshire.gov.uk
If you have any questions or feedback about the site please e-mail me at
basspc@btconnect.com or phone me on 789758
Roger Hales (clerk)
WITHAM ST HUGHS ACADEMY
Muntjac Way, Witham St Hughs, Lincoln, LN6 9WF
‘Education For Lifelong Learning’
OPEN MORNINGS RECEPTION 2015 INTAKE
Tuesday 11th & Thursday 13th November 9am to 11am
Are you looking for a high quality education in a caring, forward thinking school?
If so, please come along and join us for our
open morning to see the school in session and to find out more...
For further information or to arrange an alternative appointment,
please call on 869590
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WITHAMSIDE UNITED PARISH
Aubourn with Haddington: St Peter. Stapleford: All Saints. Thurlby: St Germain.
Bassingham: St Michael. Carlton le Moorland: St Mary. Norton Disney: St Peter
www.withamsidechurches.org.uk
Rector.
Assistant Curate.
Reverend Canon Nick Buck.
Reverend Andy Jackson-Parr
The Rectory, Torgate Lane,
8 Doe Close, Witham St. Hughs,
Bassingham. Lincoln. Tel: 788383
Lincoln. LN6 9UW. Tel: 869550
SERVICES FOR OCTOBER
Trinity 16
5th 9.00am Holy Communion
10.30am Holy Communion
10.30am Harvest Festival
Norton Disney
Bassingham
Aubourn
Trinity 17
12th 9.00am Harvest Holy Communion
10.30am All together for Harvest
6.00pm Harvest Festival
Thurlby
Bassingham
Carlton le Moorland
Trinity 18
19th 9.00am Holy Communion
10.30am Holy Communion
6.00pm Evening Prayer
Aubourn
Bassingham
Norton Disney
Last Sunday after Trinity
26th 9.00am Holy Communion
10.30am Morning Prayer
4.00pm Tea Time Church
Carlton le Moorland
Bassingham
Bassingham
November
nd
2
4.00pm Commemoration of the Faithful Departed
Bassingham
HOLY COMMUNION
BUGGY SERVICE
is celebrated.
Every Thursday at 9.30am
at St Michaels Church Bassingham
For pre-school children and their carers
is held in Bassingham Church on
alternate Wednesdays from 10am.
This month’s services are on
Wednesday 8th & 22nd October
This month’s mid-week
Holy Communion service at
St Mary’s Church Carlton le Moorland
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is on Tuesday 7 October at 9.30am
CARE HOME SERVICE
Monthly at Bassingham Nursing Home
after the first Sunday of the month
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Thursday 9 October
SUNDAY CLUB
For school age children
is held most Sundays
at Bassingham Church
at 10.30am
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CHURCH COUNCIL CONTACTS
The contacts for the six Church Councils are as follows:St Peter’s Church, Aubourn: Christine Knott 788336
St Michael and All Angels Church Bassingham: John Williams 789165
St Mary’s Church, Carlton le Moorland: Mary 788335 or Cynthia 788461
St Peter’s Church, Norton Disney: Alan Haines 788753
All Saints Church, Stapleford: Sandra Nelson 788213
St Germain’s Church, Thurlby: Tony Spray 788325
THE RELIGIOUS SOCIETY
OF FRIENDS (QUAKERS)
METHODIST CHURCH
Meeting for worship each
Sunday 11am to 12noon
at Meeting House Lane
Brant Broughton LN5 0SH
The Reverend. Susan Chambers
41 Harewood Crescent,
North Hykeham Lincoln. LN6 8JB.
Tel. 681655
email revsue@btinternet.com
SS PETER & PAUL
CATHOLIC CHURCH
FAITH CHRISTIAN
FELLOWSHIP – LINCOLN
Skellingthorpe Rd, Lincoln LN6 7RB
Mass: Saturdays 6pm;
Sundays 9am & 11am
Parish Priest:
Mons. Thomas McGovern.
Tel. 696838. Parish Office: 682278
Service times are
Sundays at 10.30am.
All are welcome
Memorial Hall, 317 Newark Road,
North Hykeham. LN6 9RY
Revd Peter Ronald Tel: 509613
THE VINE FREE CHURCH
Meets at The Community Centre, Millers Road, Waddington. LN5 9RX
Sunday Services at 10.15am.
Our members come from all sorts of backgrounds, Anglican, Methodist, Baptist,
Pentecostal, Catholic etc. truly an interdenominational Church.
Come and visit us one Sunday and see what you have been missing – simple
easy to follow services that everybody can join in and enjoy.
Haven’t been to Church for ages but would like to try again and find answers to
life’s difficult questions, try The Vine or visit these web sites.
www.thevinefreechurch.co.uk or www.lookingforgod.com
Enquiries or further details phone 789015
ST MARY’S CHURCH
CARLTON LE MOORLAND
100 CLUB
ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH
BASSINGHAM
200 CLUB
The winners for September were
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1 – Sally Brown
2nd – Stan Underwood
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3 – Neil & Carolyn Howlett
The winners for September were
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1 – Les Root
2nd – David Baker
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3 – Eileen Martin
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TIA CHI
Tia Chi is gentle movement and exercise for all ages. The sessions focus on
breathing and balance. It is beneficial to stiff joints, circulation and boosts the
immune system. Classes take place on
Wednesdays 4pm to 5pm
In the Hammond Hall (LN5 9HQ)
Come see or join in. for further information ring Sylvia on 07583 243 719
POP IN AND PLAY
Every Friday morning, during term time 9.15am to 11am
At Witham St Hughs Children’s Centre (LN6 9WF)
Lots of fun for little ones aged 0 to 5 years old
Crafts, snack and singing
Meet and chat to other parents/carers
at our friendly parent-led group £1 each week
Everyone welcome – hope to see you soon!
HYKEHAM RURAL NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING TEAM
What is a Neighbourhood Panel?
Your Neighbourhood Panel consists of local people, and representatives of the
community, who live or work in the area. The panel’s purpose is to identify issues
that are affecting the community taking into account the views of the community.
What does the panel do?
They meet quarterly and assess all the information collected at the meeting and
consider all the issues raised. The panel then agree on neighbourhood policing
priorities to be focused on during the next three month period. The Neighbourhood
Policing Team then adopt a problem solving approach and are encouraged and
empowered to work locally with NKDC and government agencies to address the
priorities set.
Your current priorities set by the Panel for this area are:
1. Tackling thefts from vehicles in the villages.
The next panel meeting will be held at:
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Swinderby (Venue TBC) on Tuesday 7 October at 7pm
So if you have an issue, please contact your local team
YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD – OUR BEAT
WITHAM RUNNERS
Your local affiliated running club based in Witham St Hughs meets every
Monday and Thursday at 7pm outside Witham St Hughs Co-op.
All abilities.
Find Witham Runners on Facebook or Twitter (@witham_runners) and contact
Michelle Mortimer for more details on 07789 953 380 www.withamrunners.co.uk
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ENJOYING LEARNING ACHIEVING SUCCESS
Lincoln Road, Bassingham, Lincoln LN5 9HQ
Telephone: 788395. Fax: 789467
enquiries@bassingham.lincs.sch.uk
www.bassingham.lincs.sch.uk
Headteacher Mr Ian Howells B Ed (Hons) Cert. Edn. NPQH
Bassingham Primary School is looking for a
Cleaner for 2 hours each evening after school.
The post is temporary a permanent position may be available in the future.
and we are looking for
relief mid-day supervisors to cover staff absence, sometimes at short notice
Interested, please contact the school office on 788395.
THE TERRY O’TOOLE OCTOBER EVENTS
TAKE PART!
Sat 4 October 7.30pm onwards
Join us for an exciting showing of Inspired
~ a LOV Young People’s Project
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Fri 10 & Sat 11 October 7.30pm
Table Manners ~ Alan Ayckbourn
ACTion Community Theatre
Tickets £8.50 Concessions £7
actioncommunitytheatre.com
Sunday 12th October 7.30pm
In A Sentimental Mood
The Good Guys Orchestra
Tickets £15.50 Concessions £14.50
Child £9
http://ggproms.com
Thursday 16th October 7.30pm
Room2Manouevre presents
Squish & Box Fresh double bill
SQUISH
Tickets £10 Concessions £8 U26s £5
www.r-2-m.net
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Friday 17 October 7.30pm
54 North
Tickets £10 Concessions £8 & £5
www.54-north.co.uk
FAMILY THEATRE
Saturday 18th October 3pm
Fireside Tales with Granddad
Age Guide: For everyone aged 4 to 104
Running Time: 50 minutes
www.pickledimage.co.uk
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Thursday 23 October 7.30pm
Världens Band
15 musicians - 7 countries - 4 continents
Tickets £12 Concessions £10 U26s £5
www.varldensband.com
The Terry O’Toole Theatre,
North Kesteven, Moor Lane,
North Hykeham
Box Office tel. 883311
Theatre Administrator tel. 870251
Email. terryotooletheatre@litc.org.uk
For further details view the performance websites or contact the theatre.
www.terryotooletheatre.org.uk
NO NAME LODGE R.A.O.B.
The No Name Lodge has a wheelchair that is available to anyone wishing to
borrow it on a short-term loan e.g. holidays, relative visiting, day trips out. A
donation for the loan, to one of our Charities would be much appreciated. Please
contact Geoffrey Nelson on 788213 for further details.
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BASSINGHAM SURGERY SEPTEMBER
Forthcoming Bank holidays – Bassingham Surgery closed all day
Thursday 25th December, Friday 26th December, Thursday 1st January
Forthcoming Training afternoons – Bassingham Surgery will be closed from
1pm until 8am the following day. Normal out of hours service will be provided –
details will be available on the practice answering system at the time.
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Tuesday 21 October - Tuesday 18 November - Tuesday 16 December
Flu Clinic 2014
Saturday morning drop-in clinic will be held on
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Saturday 4 October 9am to 2pm.
If this date is not convenient please ring the surgery at the beginning of October to
make an alternative appointment.
Patient Reference Group
If you feel you would like to have some involvement in decisions made by the
practice’s Patient Participation Group but do not have a lot of time to spare to
attend meetings etc, we would like to invite you to participate in our Patient
Reference Group (PRG), this involves patients responding to an occasional short
questionnaire which will be emailed to you in order to help us monitor what our
patients think about the practice. Any feedback received from our Patient
Reference Group Members will be passed to the Patient Participation group.
Information and ideas will be discussed at their meetings and considered for
further action and development.
If you wish to be involved in either of the groups please contact the surgery on
788250 or via the feedback facility on our website www.bassinghamsurgery.co.uk
and let us have your details along with your email address.
Using SystmOnLine
SystmOnLine is a facility within the practice’s clinical computer system that offers
patients the opportunity to order their repeat medication, update their address and
contact details and manage/book GP appointments. If you are interested in
making use of this facility you will need to register by asking at reception for a
username and password. In order for us to comply with rules regarding
confidentiality we cannot post out this information or hand it to anyone other than
yourself, so you must apply in person. Once this is done you can access
SystmOnLine via a link on the practice website.
Text message reminders
If you have a mobile telephone number registered with the practice and you would
be happy to receive text message reminders when you book appointments please
let our receptionists know. Details of your verbal consent will then be added to
your record which will enable automated reminders which will then be sent to your
mobile telephone whenever you book GP and nurse appointments at the surgery.
KUTS FOR MUTTS ADVERT?
We have a new website it is
www.kutsformuttsgrooming.co.uk
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BASSINGHAM PRE-SCHOOL
Lincoln Road, Bassingham. Lincoln, LN5 9HQ. Ofsted Reg. 253561
The main aim of our Pre-school is to provide a happy, safe and
stimulating environment to enable children to learn about
themselves, other people and the world around them, through
play. Established over 40 years ago, we work very closely with Bassingham
Primary School and benefit from the use of many of their facilities. We are Ofsted
registered and have an excellent team of dedicated staff.
We are open:- Monday to Friday 9am to 3.15pm.
Children taken from the age of 2 until 5 years (subject to availability).
Remember that all children aged 3 years and over are eligible for up to
5 FREE sessions per week.
If interested in a place please contact Mellissa (Manager) or Phyl (Deputy)
on 789492 or feel free to call in and meet us.
www.bassingham.lincs.sch.uk/pre-school
CHEEKY MONKEYS DAY NURSERY HAVE FUN AND LEARN
We are a home from home nursery based in Newark on Whitfield
Street. Our doors opened for the first time on the 1st September
and we have had a fantastic response from parents looking
around and booking their children in.
We have well qualified experienced staff in all rooms looking after the needs and
development of the children, helping them to be creative, gain confidence and
explore their environment. We have a quiet and peaceful baby room with staff who
have undertaken specialized baby training so they understand their needs, likes
and dislikes. Preschoolers and toddlers have a wonderful free flow area with all
day access to the garden where staff help them to develop and grow.
We have a flexible approach to children’s hours as we understand that not
everyone works in a 9 to 5 job and rota/shift patterns often play a big part in
parents working days.
Please pop in and have a look around the nursery – we would be delighted to
show you around. We are open Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm or visit our website
at www. cheekymonkeysnewark.com
BASSINGHAM ONLINE
More and more the world is turning digital…don’t be left behind. Are you over 55?
Come and chat to a Digital Champion at one of our Online events.
Thursdays between 9am and 1pm.
Hammond Hall, Bassingham (LN5 9HQ)
Never used a tablet or laptop before? Then try one of ours! Got your own tablet or
laptop? Bring it along and get help or advice with basic IT skills. Pop along and let
Community Lincs help you, or someone you know, to get online.
For more information, contact: David Hyde on 01526 320118
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TEA TOGETHER
Here’s an opportunity to meet others in Witham St Hughs!
Come and join us for tea, cake and chat.
Bring along your own ideas and we will provide the tea!
Every Tuesday 2.30pm to 4.30pm during school term
In Witham St Hughs Village Hall (LN6 9TN)
For details call Ann Baker on 868977 or Elaine Eagles on 869062
ENJOYING LEARNING ACHIEVING SUCCESS
Lincoln Road, Bassingham, Lincoln LN5 9HQ
Telephone: 788395. Fax: 789467
enquiries@bassingham.lincs.sch.uk
www.bassingham.lincs.sch.uk
Headteacher Mr Ian Howells B Ed (Hons) Cert. Edn. NPQH
You are invited to attend our
OPEN MORNING
Thursday 20th November. 9.30am to 11am
and have the opportunity to see the school at work on a typical morning.
 We will be meeting in the hall at 9.30am
 Welcome from the Head Teacher
 Short presentations by some older pupils
 Receive personal tours by the children
 Time to see each classroom at work
“Thank you so much for all you have done for …over the years … our decision
proved to be the right one, thanks to Bassingham Primary School. You have
allowed both…to reach their potential. Through your hard work and recognition of
their abilities…they have the confidence to succeed in the next stage of their
education. We couldn’t have wished for more!” Mr. and Mrs. Bartle
"At the end of 11 years...we are sad to say 'goodbye' but very thankful and
appreciative of all that has been done for...Our children couldn't have been
happier or have had a better start in their school careers." Dr. and Mrs. Coffey
Looking for fun for little ones?
- Fun music making
- Exiting activities
- Amazing puppets
- Fantastic instruments
Classes now available in Swinderby, Bassingham and Newark
Call 01636 671883 or 07443 536 758
to book your FREE TRIAL or alternatively visit our website www.caterpillarmusic.com
We also offer exiting birthday parties and nursery sessions
All telephone numbers are local (01522) numbers unless otherwise shown
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THE HAMMOND HALL PRESENTS
Quiz Night
Saturday 25th October, doors open 7.30pm for 8pm start
£5 entry includes ploughman’s supper
Maximum 4 in a team
Places to be booked by Tuesday 21st October, to book please contact:
Jean Solven on 788949, Lyn Baker on 789031 or Roger Hales on 789741
Bar till 12.30am and there will be a raffle
BASSINGHAM TABLE TENNIS
Every Tuesday evening 8pm to 10pm
at The Hammond Hall. New Season (September to July)
Adults Annual Sub £20 then £2.50 P&P or alternative £4 P&P but must join at
latest on 5th visit. - Juniors Annual Sub £10 then £2 P&P or alternative £2.50 P&P
but must join at latest on 5th visit. - Credit given on payment of Annual Sub for any
higher rates paid while you decide whether to join (1st for visits of season).
1st BASSINGHAM SCOUT GROUP
CHRISTMAS POST
Let us deliver your Christmas Post to our Local Villages
Aubourn, Bassingham, Carlton le Moorland, Norton Disney, Stapleford & Thurlby
for a donation to our Funds.
Post Boxes will be located at :· Greens Stores, Bassingham
· Spar, Bassingham
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First Post Monday 1 December - Last Post Thursday 18 December.
All post will be delivered by Monday 22nd December.
Please make sure that there is a full name & address on all cards.
Thank you
BASSINGHAM & CARLTON LE MOORLAND
BABY & TODDLER GROUP
If you're looking for something for you and your little one(s) to do, come and join
our friendly parent run group every Wednesday, alternate weeks at
Bassingham Hammond Hall (LN5 9HQ) at 1.30pm
Carlton le Moorland Village Hall (LN5 9HP) at 9.30am
For this month's dates and venues see calendar on the back page
We have - baby area - toys – creative activity
children's snack & drink time. Tea and chat for parents and carers
£1.80 per family each week
For more information please call Lynsey 07709 495 157, Find us on Facebook
search for Bassingham & Carlton le Moorland Toddlers Group.
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LINCOLNSHIRE POLICE
HYKEHAM RURAL
Hello to you all, I trust you are well and braced to receive my monthly update! It’s
been a mixed month really, good as the reports of anti-social behaviour have
fallen, but bad because we are still receiving reports of “Theft from vehicles
(TFMV)”, all of which were left open for anyone to take what was inside.
The crime figures really reflect that, with the Rural Villages showing an increase in
49 crimes and North Hykeham Town an increase of 3 crimes. But when you
crunch the figures down to the reports of Burglary and TFMV they read :
Hykeham Rural (Since 1st April 2014). Burglary 5 reports - TFMV 45 reports
North Hykeham Town. Burglary 18 reports - TFMV 31 reports
So you can see the increase is due to the vehicle crime, which is almost all down
to the owners not locking their cars, a factor I have no control over. We have
dropped leaflets in and around the areas I believe would be affected and used
various media outlets to advise the community. On top of this I have deployed
officers out on high visibility patrols, as well as those that have gone out in plain
clothes in unmarked cars. There have been some arrests, but there are still
thieves out there that are attracted to the “Easy pickings”.
Commercial plant machinery theft also saw a slight increase in reports this past
fortnight, but there has been a significant arrest of three males this week believed
responsible for it.
A snap shot of the crime reported since my last report on the 4th August is, for the
rural villages: Doddington – Car stolen on Kennel Lane, Lawn mower stolen on
the same street, North Scarle – Village hall broken into and money taken from
the pool tables, Norton Disney – Trailer stolen, Brant Broughton – Lawnmower
stolen on Mill Lane, Thorpe on the Hill – Garage broken into on Blacksmiths
Lane, TFMV x 2 on Lincoln Lane, Aubourn – Lawn mower stolen on Bassingham
Road, TFMV on Royal Oak Lane, Swinderby – JCB stolen, Thurlby – Cable theft
on Moor Lane, Skellingthorpe – Diesel theft on Lincoln Road
That’s it really on the business front. The teams are now fully up to strength, with
the addition of another PCSO last week, so the set up for your community police
is:
Sgt Jon Hammond your Community Beat Sergeant
Mobile: 07500 920 185 - Office: 805721
Email : jon.hammond@lincs.pnn.police.uk
Hykeham Rural Villages
PC Jess Goodall 07825 100 370 - PCSO Sarah Lingard 07944 776 791
PCSO Jo Mackie 07825 100 379 - PCSO Donna Hill (No mobile at present)
Email : NorthHykehamRural@lincs.pnn.police.uk
Facebook “HykehamNPT”
Twitter @HykehamNPT
Don’t forget to call 101 to report any crime / incident and 999 in an emergency.
Thanks you, and take care. Jon Hammond Community Beat Sergeant.
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WITHAMSIDE UNITED PARISH
‘Tea-time Church’
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Sunday 26 October at 4pm
in Bassingham Church (LN5 9HA)
For families with school-age children, we meet on the fourth Sunday of the month
for activities, worship and tea together.
100 YEARS AGO AT CARLTON LE MOORLAND.
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The 4 Newark Boy Scouts were camping in the village. A Church Parade was
held at The Baptist Chapel and on Thursday visitors were welcomed and tea was
provided at a cost of sixpence.
MOBILE LIBRARY SERVICE
The timetable for the Mobile Library service in the area for the next month is
Thursday 23rd October
Carlton le Moorland Church 11.45am to 12.15pm
Norton Disney Village Hall 1pm to 1.30pm
Bassingham Five Bells 1.45pm to 2.45pm
Bassingham outside St. Michael’s Church 3pm to 4pm
Thursday 9th October
Aubourn Royal Oak lay-by 12.30pm to 1pm
Haddington Dovecote Lane 1.15pm to 1.45pm
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Saturday 18 October
Witham St Hughs Nettleton Drive 1pm to 1.45pm
Witham St Hughs Market Place 2pm to 3.45pm
Every effort is made to ensure the mobile library arrives at each stop on time.
For the latest news on these routes please contact customer services centre on
782010 or visit www.lincolnshire.gov.uk
NAVENBY SCHOOL CHURCH LANE OPENED 1806 CLOSED 1973
We are going to hold a reunion for any former pupils who attend Navenby Church
of England School in Church Lane Navenby at any time from its opening in 1806
to its closing in 1973.
Saturday 18th October from 6.30pm
The Venue Navenby (LN5 0JJ)
Tea and Coffee will be available but for any other drink please bring your own.
There will also be a table to put nibbles or snacks on, donations of these would be
very welcome.
A charge of £2 per person paid at the door would go to helping with the cost of the
hall. Any monies left over would be donated to the present Navenby School.
Any photos or memorabilia would be good but please put your name on them
Partners of expupils also welcome. More details please call 811003
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INSURANCE OVERVIEW.
The first reported fire caused by Electronic cigarettes has raised a caution. If you
buy one or use one please be sure to obtain the manufacturers recommended
mains charger. In the case reported a cheap “no brand” charger was used and
this burst into flames overnight causing a fire which spread very quickly. On the
subject of unusual fires beware of wet mice looking for a warm dry place this
winter! I had a claim where a mouse crawled into the compressor compartment at
the back of a refrigerator. This had the usual accumulation of dust, webs and
general dirt collected over several years and the mouse got between the electrical
contacts causing a short which ignited his fur and the detritus, subsequently
lighting up the kitchen curtains and the house. A gentle clean with the vacuum
extension at the rear of fridge and freezer can prevent such incidents. Now is also
a good time to check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms with battery renewal if
appropriate.
The Financial Conduct Authority has raised concerns about “on-line” insurance
sales. They note that the cheapest in not necessarily the best. They also note that
poor information is given by call centre staffs who very often cannot answer
simple questions regarding their products. No point in saving £5 and having to pay
the first £500 of any claim. If you are getting a quote always ask the amount of the
excess, is a loan car provided in the event of a claim, does the cover extend to
include more than Third Party if travelling abroad. Ask all the questions and
beware of unwanted “add-ons”. Better still visit your local broker and obtain a face
to face quote from a specialist who knows more than the information read from a
screen!
Although this area is now said to be the safest place to live from a crime point of
view you can still be even more secure by checking locks, bolts and bars ready for
the longer hours of winter. Get a “close shackle padlock” for your shed or garage
as these areas appear to be most at risk. If you are planning a long stay abroad
this winter, check the “unoccupancy clause” on your house insurance. Cover will
probably be restricted to 30 days. If so, ask for an extension. This will invariably
be granted subject to central heating being left on “frost” setting. Any queries to
insurancequeries@mail.com
Be safe. Regards, Terry Paling
UPHOLSTERY CLASSES
Tuesdays from 9.30am until 11.30am or 1pm until 3pm,
At THE STUDIO, THE CLAYS FARMHOUSE,
BRANT BROUGHTON LN5 0RW
Personal tuition will be given by Carol Halliwell a qualified upholsterer and Adult Education Tutor
Classes at Aubourn and Collingham on Thursdays
DESIGNER FABRICS at the STUDIO!
Beautiful designer fabrics for your curtains, blinds and upholstery. Personal sampling
service available to help you to decide on the perfect fabrics in your own home!
Telephone: 788360 or 07929 074345 - E-mail: carolhalliwell@btinternet.com
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CARLTON ELECTRICAL SERVICES LTD.
are pleased to announce that after a long bout of illness
we are now fully trading again.
Anthony would like to thank all of his customers for
their ongoing support & looks forward to seeing them again.
We look forward to welcoming new customers too.
Phone/Fax 789159 / Mobile 07720 717 548
E mail; carlton.electrical@btinternet.com
TREE TOPS CLUB
Bassingham Pre-school. Lincoln Rd, Bassingham Lincoln LN5 9HQ
Wrap around Care for children 3 to 11 yrs
Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Breakfast Club 8am to 8.50am and After School Club 3.30pm to 6pm
Caring for your child before and after school.
Offering a wide range of activities to suit all age groups
If you are interested in a place for your child then please contact
Mellissa on 789492 for a booking form. Limited spaces available
LINCOLN
LOGS
QUALITY HARDWOOD LOGS FOR SALE
TONY: 07765 923403
MARIA: 07561 527191
FROM £60 A LOAD DELIVERED
YOU MIGHT FIND CHEAPER
BUT YOU WON’T FIND BETTER
Window & Carpet Cleaning
Reliable, Friendly & Fully Insured
Family Run Business.
*Windows *Conservatories *Gutters
* Fascia’s *Carpets * End of tenancy
We use a Pure water Pole Wash System
for those high to reach places,
up to 5 Storeys High.
For your free no obligation quote
Contact Us Now on
T: 01522 775424
M: 07788378616
E: i-kleen@live.co.uk
HALLOWEEN AT COGGLESFORD WATERMILL
th
Thursday 30 October 6.30pm to 8pm
Free Event – children must be accompanied by an adult.
There’s lots of Halloween fun going on at Cogglesford Watermill (N34 7EQ). Test
your detective skills and hunt down some spooky treasure, try your hand at apple
bobbing and explore this creaky old mill – who knows what you’ll discover!
For more information visit www.heartoflincs.com or call North Kesteven District
Council’s Tourism Unit on 01529 308102
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LINCOLNSHIRE GROUP OF THE HARDY PLANT SOCIETY
Andrew Humphris, Wollerton Old Hall – Past, Present and Borders
th
Saturday 25 October at 2pm
Taking place at
William Farr Church of England School, Lincoln Road, Welton, (LN2 3JB)
For further information Email: j.mcinerney@btinternet.com.
DOMESDAY BOOK / BOOK FROM WINCHESTER
This has been a recent fascination of mine; I found it interesting to compare the
villages of our parish. Over the centuries the book has been proven to have many
inaccuracies so make of it what you will! If nothing else the Lords names are
interesting, they seem to epitomise that ‘middle earth’ feel of the time!
Diane Swales
Commissioned after the Norman conquest of 1066 by William, formerly Duke of
Normandy, now the first Norman King of England. It is fascinating to note the
change of names from Anglo-Saxon to French. The lives of the people must have
changed dramatically with the arrival of the French. Nothing changes! William
used the information to assess and record the fiscal rights of the king. Royal
officers were sent out to collect information.
The book is an assessment and record of land, resources, landholders, tenants,
free men, villagers, slaves, animals, fish ponds, bees, churches, castles etc. in
England in 1085. Land was often measured in hides (hides being a measure of
land value, not size), each hide being of a taxable value. Plough teams, this term
is used to determine the taxable amount of land that can be ploughed by a team
of eight oxen.
The books (a large one and a smaller one) give the value of land, before the
conquest and after it. The large book was completed in August 1086 and was the
work of one scribe. The smaller one of East Anglia was unfinished. They were
written in Latin short form. There were 13,418 settlements in the English counties
south of the Scottish border.
From the 12th Century the book was known as Domesday. The people saw its
information, now known to the King, as irreversible, comparing it to the Last
Judgement in the Bible, when the deeds of Christians were placed before God for
judgement.
Next month Diane’s article will continue with information on our village entries.
HARMSTON MEMORIAL HALL
If you’re looking for a venue for a party, social function or regular group meeting
look no further! Please contact our bookings coordinator Gill Macadam-Smith on
721954 (alternatively Jo Oldham on 722919) for further information or to make a
booking, or email harmstonmemorialhall@hotmail.com October events include:rd
HHH Harmston Happy Hour. Friday 3 October 5pm to 8pm
WW1 Commemorative Evening. Saturday 4th October 6pm for 6;30pm
Tickets £10 available by calling 722919 or 723261
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THINKING OF HAVING A PARTY?
Looking for a clean Modern venue set in a Scenic Location to celebrate
Weddings/Birthdays/Family Occasions
Did you know that the Hammond Hall Bassingham is a Fully Licensed building
with its own Bar Facilities
or
Do you want to put on a public event or hold a meeting but not sure where to start!
Give our management team a ring - we are here to help
Telephone: 789758 - e-mail: basspc@btconnect.com
website: www.thehammondhall.co.uk
THE LABRADOR LIFELINE TRUST
The aim of The Labrador Lifeline Trust is to help Labradors in need
Do you have a Labrador that needs to be rehomed?
Could you offer a good home to a Labrador?
Could you offer some time to help us?
Could you foster on a short or longer term basis?
If the answer to any of these questions is yes, please contact one of the
following…
Mrs Alma Baker on 869007
e-mail: hollydog1208@gmail.com
Area Co-ordinator – Mrs Joan Falvey on 01636 643740
e-mail: hollybolly1@talktalk.net
Registered Charity 1076061
Patrons: Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Johns GCB KCVO CBE
Lady Elizabeth Graydon DL. The Rt Hon The Countess Bathurst. Ian F Radcliffe
Website: www.labrador-lifeline.co.uk
AGRA PEST CONTROL
Residential, Agricultural,
Commercial, Call out service
Contract Work
Rats, Moles
Mice, Wasps
Squirrels, Fleas
Rick Straw:01522 274955
Mob: 07460 868 235
agra.pestcontrol@yahoo.com
Fully Insured : NPTA Registered
All telephone numbers are local (01522) numbers unless otherwise shown
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CO-OP COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS SHARE IN £45,538
From sea scouts to hospices and air ambulances to cricket clubs, members of
Lincolnshire Co-op have raised an enormous £45,538 for almost 100 local good
causes in the past three months. The Community Champions scheme sees every
one of the Society’s 231,000 members linked to a good cause close to where they live.
The Community Champions for the period June to September will now be awarded a
cheque or vouchers for the total amount raised by shoppers in their area. Groups in
this area that have benefited this time are:Aubourn & Haddington Playground Association
Updating and buying new play equipment for the children’s playground.
Lincolnshire Co-op is encouraging members of local groups and organisations who
need money to put towards a project to apply to become a Community Champion. An
application form is available to pick up in store or access at
www.lincolnshire.coop/communitychampions.
SIGN UP TO LINCOLNSHIRE ENERGY SWITCH
And save money on your energy bills*
Councils across Lincolnshire have joined forces to help you make savings on your
energy bills. Register for free by Monday 13th October and we will let you know if you
could save money and give you the opportunity to ‘Switch and save’ Remember to
register you will need your energy bills.
Find out more or register now at www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/switch
or call 01529 301990. Lines are open 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday
*Lincolnshire Energy Switch does not guarantee to provide a cheaper price than your
current tariff. Savings are accurate on the day the offer is made, you have the right to
cancel the offer within 7 days of accepting.
A CALL FOR STALL HOLDERS
The Natural World Centre will be hosting their annual Christmas Market
this year on Sunday 14th December from 10am to 4pm. If you are
interested in having a stand at this year’s Christmas Market, please contact:Donna Sutton on 870273 or email eventsofficer@1life.co.uk
£80K AWARDED TO SPORT PROJECTS IN THE COUNTY
Over £80,000 has been awarded to sport projects in Lincolnshire which aim to
encourage more young people into sport. The Sportivate funding, was set up as part
of a London 2012 Olympic legacy project. Searched online at:www.lincolnshiresport.com/sportivate for projects awarded between April 2014 and
March 2015. The next deadline to apply for Year 5 Sportivate funding to run a project
between April and June 2015 is Friday 16th January 2015. To apply for the next round
of funding contact Lucy on 585580 or email lucy.blakey@lincolnshiresport.com
SPIRES & STEEPLES CHALLENGE 2014
ARE YOU READY FOR THE CHALLENGE? Sunday 13th October
Secure your place at this year’s challenge by contacting Donna Sutton on 694353 or
e-mail eventsofficer@1life.co.uk. Entries cost £15 per person or £18 on the day. You
can also enter online by visiting www.runnersworld.co.uk/spiresandsteeples26.
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NORTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL
WITHAM OFFICE – COMMUNITY ACCESS POINT
The Hammond Hall, Lincoln Road Bassingham LN5 9HQ Tel. 789758
The Witham Office is open on
Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 1pm.
Have a question for the Council? Look no further; you do not need to know if the
District Council, County Council or the Parish Council deals with the service. Just
pop into your Community Access Point and we will help you. You will be able to: View local planning applications
 Get help completing forms
 Report a council house repair
 Pick up local information about the area
 Photocopying A4 only (8p per copy).
 Report fly tipping, street light problems,
holes in the road
 Rubbish - arrange collection of large items,
report a missed bin etc.
 Broadband internet access is available
free of charge. The North Kesteven
District Council and Lincolnshire County
Council websites can also be viewed from
this facility.
For further information about the services provided, please contact the office.
YOUR COUNTY COUNCILLOR
Ray Phillips The Hall, 10 Meadow Lane, South Hykeham, Lincoln. LN6 9PF.
Tel: 696496 Fax: 680006. e-mail: cllrr.phillips@lincolnshire.gov.uk
~ All Council problems promptly dealt with ~
NORTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCILLORS
… available to help with enquiries concerning housing, planning, environmental
and community services:
Pat Woodman MBE
Susan Howe
The Old Vicarage, Church Road,
12 Badgers Oak, Bassingham,
Aubourn, Lincoln. LN5 9FB.
Lincoln. LN5 9JP.
Tel: 788236 Fax: 789589. e-mail
Tel: 788496. e-mail
cllr_pat_woodman@n-kesteven.gov.uk
Cllr_Sue_Howe@n-kesteven.gov.uk
Representing - Aubourn and Haddington, Bassingham,
Carlton le Moorland, Norton Disney, Stapleford and Thurlby.
Barbara Wells MBE
Mayfield 29 Chapel Lane,
North Scarle, Lincoln. LN6 9EX.
Tel: 778249. e-mail:
cllr_barbara_wells@n-kesteven.gov.uk
Sally Appleby
Aventine 27 Lincoln Lane,
Thorpe on the Hill, Lincoln. LN6 9BH
Tel: 681159. e-mail:
Cllr_Sally_Appleby@n-kesteven.gov.uk
Representing - Witham St Hughs.
NK WHAT’S ON OCTOBER
Leisure in the Community Ltd working in partnership to develop and deliver high
quality leisure services in North Kesteven with districtnk. A full list of local events
and attractions from districtnk can be seen on the witham staple web site.
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CALENDAR OCTOBER
Every Monday
Page
Hammond Hall Coffee Morning
4
Weightwatchers
3
Witham Runners
18
Every Tuesday
Hammond Hall Sub Committee
2
Tea Together Witham St Hughs
22
Table Tennis
23
Every Wednesday
Tia Chi
18
Music Monkeys
11
Every Thursday
Bassingham Online
21
Witham Runners
18
Every Friday
Pop in and Play
18
Bar Nights
7
1st Wed
Toddlers Carlton le Moorland 9.30am 23
Aub. & Hadd. Parish Council Meeting 2
2nd Thurs
Bassingham Vill. Assoc. Harvest Tea 10
Bassingham WI
14
3rd Fri
Bar Night Bingo Pie & Peas
7
4th Sat
Flu Jab Clinic
20
St Michael’s Church Coffee Morning 8
Carlton le Moorland Art Group Ex.
11
Norton Disney Bingo
14
5th Sun
Harvest Thanks Giving
8
Carlton le Moorland Art Group Ex.
11
6th Mon
Bassingham playing field charity AGM 5
7th Tue
Neighbourhood Panel Meeting
18
8th Wed
Wellingore U3A
15
Toddlers Bassingham 1.30pm
23
Carlton le Moorland Parish Council
3
Royal Oak Quiz Night
9th Thurs
Mobile Library Aubourn & Haddington 25
Bassingham Parish Council Meeting 2
10th Fri
Harvest Supper
6
11th Sat
Page
Carlton le Moorland Coffee Morn plus 6
Mini Library
5
Bassingham Cricket Dinner.
14
Oktoberfest
9
12th Sun
Royal Oak Music Quiz Night
13th Mon
Heath U3A
12
Bassingham Playpark Group Meeting 12
14th Tue
Bassingham Lunch Club
7
Act Two Auditions
13
15th Wed
Toddlers Carlton le Moorland 9.30am 23
Witham St Hughs Parish Council
3
17th Fri
Bassingham Recorded Music
14
18th Sat
Mobile Library Witham St Hughs
25
20th Mon
Carlton le Moorland Lunch Club
13
Clematis
6
Act Two Auditions
13
21st Tue
Bassingham Surgery Closed pm
20
22nd Wed
Toddlers Bassingham 1.30pm
23
Royal Oak Quiz Night
23rd Thurs
Mobile Library Carlton/Norton/Bass. 25
25th Sat
Hardy Plant Society
28
Carlton le Moorland Art Demo
11
Hammond Hall Quiz Night
23
26th Sun
British Summertime Ends
1
Tea Time Church
25
Royal Oak Music Quiz Night
30th Thurs
South Moor Allots. Sub-Committee
2
31st Fri
Halloween Party
12
NOVEMBER
1st Sat
Bassingham Bonfire Building
Details of local Church Services are on pages 16 & 17
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